Tag Archives: Pressures on Individuals

Fraternization means turning people into brothers or making them as if they were brothers. There is, of course, no way to biologically make two people related that never were to begin with. A symbolic brotherhood, however, can be just as powerful. In fact, a fraternity can often be even more powerful because it is a matter of choice and selection rather than just one of circumstance. The strength and emotion behind this type of organization makes it a powerful political tool. Although many may be worried about violence from a group banded so closely together they are just as effective at taking non-violent action.Continue reading →

Vigils are a form of non-violent protest that have been used for centuries. It is characterized by solemnity. Many perceive it to be religious in nature, but this does not have to be the case. Vigils rely on the power of numbers and usually consist of many individuals who join together in a public place. It is similar to picketing, but it will usually last for a much longer period of time. It is not uncommon for a vigil to last for several months or even a year.Continue reading →

Change agents may use various techniques to present their political propositions. There are certain ways to organize and manage groups of people drawn together by specific political ideologies. Both liberal and conservative groups trying to make a way for their lifestyles and avenues of change can rally together in certain structures and one of these methods is called “haunting” officials.Continue reading →

In the pursuit of gaining the ears of officials, either elected or in the private sector, many fail to use the viable tactic of taunting officials. This means of nonviolent protest is not something that has entered into the public discourse and political sector within the last few decades. There have been many examples of taunting officials used throughout the ages.Continue reading →